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You thought Hong Kong is all about magnificent skyscrapers, bustling shopping hubs, awesome amusement parks, heritage buildings, and stunning cityscape? If yes, it’s time to explore its sparkling sand-kissed beaches, crystal blue waters, stunning islands and lagoons, and discover a whole new side of Hong Kong – one that is paradise for beach bums.

If you are planning a beach vacation, Hong Kong beaches are absolutely fascinating and perfect to chill out with family and loved ones. So, take a break and start dreaming about the awesome beaches you’ll visit on your .

1. Tai Long Wan Beach – The most beautiful of all beaches in Hong Kong

div>People chilling out and enjoying watersports at Tai Long Wan Beach

Located on the east coast of Sai Kung Peninsula, Tai Long Wan is known for pristine sand, moderate currents, and luxuriant rocky outcrops. It is one of the most beautiful Hong Kong beaches and an all-favourite among tourists.

Over the weekend, you can see a lot of locals and tourists chilling, admiring the sunset, enjoying a stroll, and relaxing in the beachside shacks at Tai Long Wan.

Famous for: Overnight camping and surfing

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2. Stanley and St. Stephen Beaches – Whats better than watersports & good food!

Aerial view of Stanley in Hong Kong

Snuggled close to the edge of Stanley Peninsula, Stanley and St Stephen are twin beaches well known for offering water sports. They are extremely popular for their mesmerising beauty and facilities like food kiosks, changing rooms, and shark prevention nets.

Famous for: Water sports and designated barbeque area

3. Turtle Beach – The perfect spot to relax

 View of Turtle Cove Beach in Hong Kong

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Located on the southern side of Lamma Island, Turtle Beach is a protected cove that remains closed for public for turtle breeding during the nesting season. For rest of the year, it attracts beach lovers from all parts of the world.

One of the most popular Hong Kong beaches, Turtle Beach is where one can spot turtles from the watch huts, chill out, and relax on the rocky outcrops of the beach.

Famous for: Turtle watching, swimming, and diving

4. Kwun Yam Wan Beach – Cheung Chau islands famous windsurfing beach

Kwun Yam Wan Beach

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Cheung Chau Island comprises of three beaches namely Tung Wan, Pak Tso Wan, and Kwun Yam Wan, which is also known as the Windsurf Beach. Among all three, Cheung Chau Windsurf Beach is the most happening. It is popular for large scale wind surfing, boat rentals, and a number of outdoor cafes. You can also host private parties at Kwun Yam Wan – one of the best beaches in Hong Kong.

Famous for: Swimming, surfing, kite surfing and kayaking

5. Cheung Sha Beach – Serenity at its best

Sea waves in Cheung Sha Beach

Located in the Lantau area, Cheung Sha Beach is a sandy stretch that offers picturesque view of the island and the Silvermine Bay. With rocks, sand, and water creating a melody of waves, it is also among the most serene Hong Kong beaches and well-known for trekking.

Famous for: Bustling beach cafes like The Stoep and The High Tide

6. Repulse Bay and South Bay Beaches – Mesmerizing shorelines

View of Repulse Bay Beach

Repulse Bay and South Bay Beaches are among the most romantic beaches in Hong Kong. Repulse Bay boasts of a breath-taking shoreline, coastal vegetation, and sparkling sands. Its beach is famous for swimming and sunbathing. South Bay, on the other hand, offers idyllic ambience to relax under the sun. This surely deserves to be listed among the best tourist places in Hong Kong.

Famous for: Swimming and Beach Club with open air club cafe

7. Shek O Beach – Ideal for paragliding & other watersports

Shek O beach in Hong Kong

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Shek O beach is one of the best beaches in Hong Kong featuring shark nets, rolling shoreline, undulating rocky outcrops, sizzling sand, and plush vegetation. Located in the south-eastern part of Hong Kong, this popular beach is surrounded by Shek O Country Park, Big Wave Bay, and Cape D’Aguilar. If you are on a holiday, avoid weekends to avoid crowd.

Famous for: Beach bars and activities like rock climbing, paragliding, and beachside golf course

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8. Hung Shing Yeh Beach – Away from the crowd

Hung Shing Yeh beach landscape view

Amongst many unnamed and less frequented beaches of Lamma Island, Hung Shing Yeh is the largest. It can be accessed from Yung Shue Wan ferry pier and the entire shoreline overlooks the Lamma Power Station. This is one of the most beautiful places for a perfect Hong Kong beach holiday.

Famous for: Swimming and beach volleyball

9. Big Wave Bay – Time for some adventure

Big Wave Bay in Hong Kong

Big Wave Bay is a formally acknowledged as surf beach that offers enthralling and the most photogenic views of the sea. It is located in a dark cove, and is separated from Shek O region by two large headlands. Also Big Wave Bay is a lively beach with flocking windsurfers, a good number of eateries, and scenic views. And since the Dragon’s Back hiking trail is nearby, hikers and trekkers have all the more reason to come here.

Famous for: Windsurfing, hiking, and sunbathing

10. Clearwater Bay Beaches – Gorgeous, pristine beaches in Hong Kong

Colors of dawn in Clear Water Bay in Hong Kong

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Clearwater Bay is home to two of the pristine beaches in Hong Kong. Known as First beach and the second beach, they are both infamous for shark attacks. However, they are now equipped with shark nets, lifeguards, and a number of other facilities for tourists as well as locals coming to the beaches.

With glistening wter, sun-kissed sand, and breath taking views of Country Parks craggy mountains & the sharp tip of High Junk Peak, both beaches of Clearwater Bay are quite inviting.

Famous for: Boating, kayaking, swimming, and photography

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Pack your flip flops and swimsuits before you head over to this World City! Hope this list of best beaches in Hong Kong helps you plan out your beach holiday in Hong Kong.


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